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Crispy Fish Taco Bowls: A Flavorful Twist for Taco Night

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls: A Flavorful Twist on Taco Night

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls: A Flavorful Twist for Taco Night with crunchy fish, zesty slaw, and creamy chipotle sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets (cod or tilapia) Can substitute with shrimp or scallops.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or Gluten-Free Flour For coating.
  • 2 large Eggs or Flax Eggs Binding agent.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or Gluten-Free Panko For added crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 cup Cooking Oil For frying.
For the Zesty Slaw
  • 2 cups Cabbage (shredded, green or red) Base for slaw.
  • 1 cup Carrots (grated)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped) Optional.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice For acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Agave Optional.
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa Filling base.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Food Processor
  • large bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and cilantro in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix the dressing into the cabbage and chill for 20 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, blend mayonnaise or Greek yogurt with chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and salt until smooth. If too thick, add water to thicken.
  3. Pat fish fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge each fillet in flour, egg, and panko.
  4. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Fry fish for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden. For baking, use 425°F for 12-15 minutes. For air frying, cook at 400°F for 8-12 minutes.
  5. In bowls, layer cooked rice or quinoa, top with crispy fish, zesty slaw, and drizzle taco sauce.
  6. Garnish with optional toppings like avocado, jalapeños, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Optional to add diced mango or pineapple to slaw for a fruity twist.

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